Kallie Machan

23240 207th Avenue Paris, MI 49338 ~ (269) 967-5968 ~ whitewolfcfl@hotmail.com

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Qualifications:
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Interpreter Training.
5/12
Passed the NIC (National Interpreter Certification) Written Exam
4/12
Completed interpreting practicum (observation and/or participation in several post-secondary settings.
Possesses over five years of experience with sign language and involvement in the Deaf community.
Outstanding interpersonal skills working and volunteering with a diversity of children of different needs/ages.
Willing and committed to ensuring the welfare and best possible communication of each person involved.
Education:
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Interpreter Training
Johnson County Community College ~ Overland Park, KS. GPA: 3.62
Inductee, Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, Johnson County Community College.
Presidents Honor Roll List (2009-2010); Deans Honor Roll List (2010-2011).
Interpreting Practicum II ~ Post-secondary environment, Kansas City, KS 100 + hours.
Currently earning Bachelors of Science Degree in Interpreter Training
Tennessee Temple University ~ Chattanooga, TN. GPA:
Presidents Honor Roll List (2013); Deans Honor Roll List (2013-2014)

5/12
2011

2012
2012- Present

Relevant Skills and Accomplishments:

Interpreting
Interpreted in a variety of collegiate classes (including classes about teaching, psychology, geography, health
management, English, art, etc.) and successfully team interpreted with classmates, instructors, and mentors.
Attended multiple Deaf functions, including Silent Dinners, Silent Weekends, Deaf Socials (at clubs, homes,
churches, etc.), Deaf sports events, and was involved in Deaf worship at a Church of Christ (from 2011-2012)
and at a Jehovahs Witnesses Temple (2013).
Participated in Deaf work-shops, conferences, and gatherings (in IA, MO, KS, OK, and MI) and was also a
member of SKAI (Student Kansas Association of Interpreters (2010-2012).
Educational Experience
Taught fifth through eighth grades at church in a classroom setting.
2010-2012
Oversaw and engaged with children during Vacation Bible School and church seminars.
2003-2012
Civic Involvement
Community Service and former involvement at Salvation Army Kitchens, assistant at the Kansas Deaf Cultural
Center (2011), as a Girl Scout, Pathfinder (church scouts), and church volunteer (greeter and deaconess).
Certified in CPR and First Aid.

Awarded prizes for exemplary creative writing (by a magazine), English papers, and art (won Mayors Choice).
Additional Work History
Caregiver for an autistic child, Community Mental Health. Big Rapids, MI
Caretaker/Tutor for a girl with autism/epilepsy, Helpers Incorporated, Olathe KS
Babysitter, Battle Creek, MI
Housecleaner, Battle Creek, MI
Paper Deliverer, Battle Creek, MI

2013-Present
10/11-5/12
2003-2012
2009-2011
1999-2009